Sculpfun S30 Ultra 22W vs xTool S1 10W Laser Cutter
Technical comparison · Diode laser (405–460 nm)
S30 Ultra 22W leads on the available specs (starting with work area); S1 10W Laser Cutter makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
S30 Ultra 22W
Sculpfun
F2 · Intermediate
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S1 10W Laser Cutter
xTool
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2023 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 999.99 € | ~1000–1300 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 80 × 84 × 22 cm | 76.5 × 56.1 × 18.3 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 20 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 590 × 595 mm | 498 × 330 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | — | 42 mm |
| Maximum speed | — | 600 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.005 mm | 0.01 mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Work area (short side) (mm) | 590 mm | 330 mm |
| Rated power (W) | 22 W | 10 W |
| Source technology | Diode | Diode |
| Max travel speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Max processing speed (mm/s) | — | 600 mm/s |
| Max cut depth per material | 15 mm (balsa wood), 10 mm (plywood) | 6 mm basswood |
| Wavelength (nm) | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Min resolution (µm) | 5 µm | — |
| Autofocus | False | True |
| Rotary included/compatible | False | False |
| Passthrough | False | True |
| Supported software | LightBurn, Other | Proprietary, LightBurn |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Fully compatible with third-party software such as LightBurn and LaserGRBL. No proprietary apps required; connection is handled via USB or integrated Bluetooth. | The system offers dual software compatibility that expands operational possibilities for both beginners and advanced users. The proprietary application, xTool Creative Space, is available for free across multiple platforms and natively manages the machine's advanced features, such as three-dimensional surface mapping and sensor-based positioning, making the workflow smooth and immediate. For more complex workflows, the machine fully supports LightBurn, the industry standard for laser engraving and cutting. This flexibility allows users to choose between a guided, simplified interface and a professional design environment, although certain manufacturer-specific calibrations may require the proprietary software for optimal configuration. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: S30 Ultra 22W 590×595 mm vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 498×330 mm — S30 Ultra 22W wins (+114%)
- Price: S30 Ultra 22W 999.99 € vs S1 10W Laser Cutter 1150 € — S30 Ultra 22W wins (+15%)
Which one to choose
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